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Back in October, 2020, I mentioned Academy Award-winning actor Matthew McConaughey’s memoir that celebrates his 50 years on Planet Earth, his quests for Hollywood success, his family, and the life lessons he has learned along the way. I wondered then if I would be able to get a review copy and write about it here … Continue reading Review Update: ‘Greenlights’ by Matthew McConaughey
The Milli Vanilli Condition Essays on Culture in the New Millennium Eduardo Espina Arté Publico – paperback “When we see Justin Bieber, we do not see a person. We see a haircut,” says Uruguayan poet and writer Eduardo Espina in this insightful and entertaining collection of 13 essays that delve into various aspects … Continue reading THE MILLI VANILLI CONDITION: Faking it, without much consequence, in the 21st century – #bookreview
The Aspiring Actor’s Handbook What Seasoned Actors Wish They Had Known Molly Cheek and Debbie Zipp (Betty Youngs Books – Kindle) This is not–repeat, not–just another book on how to create a good headshot and resume to wave around so you can attempt to attract a Hollywood or New York talent agent. The Aspiring Actor’s Handbook offers … Continue reading The Aspiring Actor’s Handbook – Good mentoring advice from performers who have succeeded – #bookreview
Cowboy Stuntman From Olympic Gold to the Silver Screen Dean Smith with Mike Cox (Texas Tech University Press – hardback, Kindle) Dean Smith won an Olympic gold medal in the 400-meter relays at the 1952 Olympics in Helsinki, Finland. Then the 20-year-old returned home to Northwest Texas, where he had been a rodeo cowboy. Later, … Continue reading BOOK BRIEFS: Movie Stunts, Famous Bandits and a World War I Regiment – #bookreview
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